OPS Personal Trainer
Job no: 496078
Position type: Temporary
Location: Pensacola - Main Campus
Division/Equivalent: Div Acad Engag & Stud Affs (DAESA)
School/Unit: Recreation Services
Categories: Recreation Services
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 (voice) or 850.857.6158 (TTY). E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.
Please review job requirements carefully. Failure to submit all pieces of the application may result in disqualification. Applications are accepted on the University of West Florida career site: https://careers.uwf.edu. For assistance contact UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or jobs@uwf.edu.
Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.
| Position Title (Classification Title): | OPS Personal Trainer |
| Working Title: | Personal Trainer |
| Job Summary: | Through education, motivation, and leadership, the personal trainer (PT) assists clients in establishing and reaching their fitness/wellness goals. The PT contributes to the overall success of the program by embodying the values of Recreation & Wellness. PT’s will utilize Microfit to conduct fitness assessments, and use the information to devise an exercise program based on the results and the client’s goals. PT’s will conduct monthly body fat testing sessions, conduct educational workshops/presentations, and assist with staff meetings, and client recruitment. Maintain current national personal training certification. CPR/First Aid certification required. |
| Department | Recreation Services |
| FLSA: | Non-Exempt |
| Minimum Qualifications: | Personal Training certification and CPR/First aid certification. |
| Position Qualifications: | Personal Training certification and CPR/First aid certification. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Knowledge/experience in personal training Good verbal skills Outgoing personality Positive attitude Hard worker Team player Flexible schedule |
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| Number of Vacancies | 10 |
| Work Hours | flexible; must be willing to work early morning and evening |
| FTE | 0.5 |
| Salary Range | $20.00 |
| Pay Basis | Hourly |
| Closing Date: | 1/21/2026 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: | Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu. The department is building an applicant pool for temporary to permanent part-time or full-time opportunities. Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis. |
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